Exploring the Pythagorean Theorem Answers

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Which set of side lengths is a Pythagorean triple?

A
1, 3, 10
B
4, 5, 9
C
9, 40, 41
D
16, 30, 44
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Which real-world scenario involves a right triangle?

A
a triangular bathroom tile with side lengths of 6 inches, 8 inches, and 12 inches
B
a triangular bike path with lengths of 5 miles, 12 miles, and 13 miles
C
a triangular plot of land with side lengths of 10 yards, 10 yards, and 15 yards
D
a triangular street sign with side lengths of 3 feet, 3 feet, and 3 feet
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What is the length of the hypotenuse, x, if (12, 35, x) is a Pythagorean triple?

A
33
B
37
C
47
D
58
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Anja is creating a triangle using three straws. The two shorter straws have lengths of 20 cm and 21 cm. How long, in centimeters, should the third straw be for Anja to create a right triangle?

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Which is a perfect square?

A
20
B
21
C
24
D
25
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Which numbers are perfect squares? Check all that apply.

A
1
B
2
C
16
D
18
E
32
F
44
G
94
H
100
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Which expression is equivalent to the area of square A, in square inches?

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A
One-half (10) (24)
Option A
B
10 (24)
Option B
C
(10 + 24) squared
Option C
D
10 squared + 24 squared
Option D
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Which set of side lengths forms a right triangle?

A
2, 3, 13
B
4, 6, 10
C
9, 12, 18
D
15, 36, 39
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Which is a perfect square?

A
5
B
8
C
36
D
44
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Which equation can be used to find x, the length of the hypotenuse of the right triangle?

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A
16 + 63 = x
Option A
B
16 squared + 63 = x
Option B
C
(16 + 63) squared = x squared
Option C
D
16 squared + 63 squared = x squared
Option D

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